Leeds Average Salary After Tax 2025-26
Average: £31,000/year · England · England & Wales income tax rates apply · ONS ASHE 2024
Leeds average salary tax breakdown 2025-26
| Item | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Gross salary (average) | £31,000 | £2,583 |
| Personal Allowance (tax-free) | £12,570 | £1,048 |
| Income Tax | −£3,686 | −£307 |
| National Insurance | −£1,474 | −£123 |
| Net take-home | £25,840 | £2,153 |
About salaries in Leeds
Leeds is a key financial and legal centre in Yorkshire, home to major banking and insurance operations. Median full-time earnings are around £31,000, with strong growth in digital and creative industries.
Average salary in Leeds — what you take home
The median full-time employee salary in Leeds is approximately £31,000 per year, based on ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2024 data. After Income Tax and National Insurance, the average take-home pay is £25,840 per year — or £2,153 per month.
Leeds is a key financial and legal centre in Yorkshire, home to major banking and insurance operations. Median full-time earnings are around £31,000, with strong growth in digital and creative industries.
Out of £31,000, the average Leeds worker pays £3,686 in Income Tax and £1,474 in National Insurance. The effective combined tax rate is 16.65%.
These figures are for a standard employee with no pension contributions, student loan, or other deductions beyond standard Income Tax and National Insurance. Use the calculator above to enter your specific salary.
Frequently asked questions
What is the average salary in Leeds after tax?
The average (median) full-time salary in Leeds is approximately £31,000 per year (based on ONS ASHE 2024 data). After Income Tax (£3,686) and National Insurance (£1,474), the take-home pay is £25,840/year — or £2,153/month.
What is the average take-home pay in Leeds per month?
Based on an average salary of £31,000 in Leeds, the monthly take-home pay after tax is £2,153. This is after Income Tax (£307/month) and National Insurance (£123/month).
What are average earnings in Leeds?
According to ONS Annual Survey of Hours and Earnings (ASHE) 2024, the median full-time employee earnings in Leeds are approximately £31,000 per year. This is the midpoint — half of full-time workers earn more, half earn less.
How does Leeds compare to the UK average salary?
The UK median full-time salary was approximately £35,000 in 2024. Leeds has a median of approximately £31,000. Location, industry mix, and cost of living all influence local salary levels.
What income tax band do most Leeds workers fall into?
At the Leeds average salary of £31,000, most workers fall into the Basic Rate band (20% income tax) in England. The effective combined tax rate (Income Tax + NI) is 16.65%.
What are the main industries driving salaries in Leeds?
Leeds is a key financial and legal centre in Yorkshire, home to major banking and insurance operations. Median full-time earnings are around £31,000, with strong growth in digital and creative industries.
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